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Why are bees attracted to people?

Posted on May 5, 2020
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First, most bees aren’t going to hunt you down and attack you. They are just as afraid of you as you are of them. They want to stay out of your way. However, they are attracted to sweet scents, and if you have on perfume or cologne, they may see you as their next meal. Our scents are... more
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Does your business have high traffic areas?

Posted on May 4, 2020
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Social distancing works to a point – you need to sanitize & disinfect the area where people were meeting to remove the Coronavirus, harmful germs, bacteria, fungi & other viruses. Call A1 Now for Facility Sanitizing & Disinfecting Services Get VIRUS... more
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The looks of a Mosquito

Posted on May 1, 2020
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A mosquito, a type of bloodsucking fly. Depicted as a brown or black mosquito on its six, long legs, with wings, long abdomen, and needle-like mouth. Variously shown from above or facing... more
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Treat your business against Coronavirus.

Posted on April 30, 2020
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Sanitizing doorknobs, chairs, desks, tables, hand railings, break rooms, cafeterias, high traffic areas and much more. Call A1 Now for Facility Sanitizing & Disinfecting Services Get VIRUS... more
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Carpenter bees are considered a nuisance

Posted on April 30, 2020
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Adult carpenter bees (Xylocopa spp.) are considered a nuisance because they excavate tunnels into the wood of buildings. Repeated years of infestation can cause serious structural damage. Carpenter bees have a worldwide distribution. There are seven species found in the United States of... more
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Acute or early skin manifestations of a tick bite

Posted on April 28, 2020
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For both hard and soft tick bites, 0.5–2 cm red areas, papules (small bumps), or thin plaques may form at the site of attachment within 1 to 3 days. The lesion may feel hard and may be surrounded by redness. Mild swelling or blister formation can occur. The bite can be mild to severely... more
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Do you really think this is enough?

Posted on April 27, 2020
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How to Destroy a Wasp’s Nest

Posted on April 27, 2020
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Wasps are part of nature’s design and their nests, as a general rule, should be left undisturbed. Wasps are usually non-aggressive and don’t pose a serious threat to humans. However, if a wasp nest is located too close to the home or in a location that is in conflict with human activity,... more
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Are You a Mosquito Magnet?

Posted on April 26, 2020
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You’re trying your best to enjoy an evening cookout, but a constant swarm of mosquitoes follow you from your grill. The threat? A pierce to your skin, leaving behind an itchy red welt and possibly even a serious illness. As you swat madly at the pests, you notice that others seem completely... more
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How do mosquito repellents work?

Posted on April 24, 2020
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A mosquito repellent doesn't actually kill mosquitoes. Repellents work by making people less attractive to mosquitoes, so they're less likely to bite you. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says mosquito repellents that contain DEET or picaridin are safe for adults and children over... more
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